I have three fears this summer and it does not have anything to do with moving. 1. I want Gabriel to be in the best place academically that he can be in after the next ten weeks. 2. I fear Alexander will regress after a school year full of academic growth and acheivement. 3. I'm concerned Lane won't learn enough prewriting and prereading skills from me.
So in my panic stricken state, I created a large plastic container full of folders. There are file folders, books, and ten files full of appropriate academic activities for each week. Gabriel also has a computer program assigned to him from the district to help him catch up to his grade level.
For each week, I have scheduled play dates, tours, and field trips. I have forms for book reading programs and need to utilize our local library. Most of the assignments for the kids are fun and ways to learn in a fun yet challenging way.
This morning went well. They started by building with blocks, their choice of activity. Then we wrote in journals - Lane added "A" stickers to her Aa page. The boys worked on a sequencing page and sight words. They worked on the computer and read me a couple short stories. It went well but getting them motivated to start was difficult. Lane was excited and couldn't wait to "work" but Alex was hesitant and Gabriel had no interest. Hopefully as I continue to keep them in a routine, the motivation will get easier and they will all have a better attitude.
It's now 1 pm and things are calm. What more could a mom ask for on the first day of our summer educcation program?! I'm realistic though and understand that this will change in an instant.
The above photo is something I printed out for the kids summer folders. When they are proud of something they make, they place it in their folder. The boys put their sequencing page in it and Lane cut three strips of paper for her folder.
This printable can be found here: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Super-Pride-Folder-Covers
They are a free download and could be used for teachers, parente, or even grandparents. Anyone who has a child who is proud of their work.
Monday, June 11, 2012
First Day of Mai Summer Education
I have three fears this summer and it does not have anything to do with moving. 1. I want Gabriel to be in the best place academically that he can be in after the next ten weeks. 2. I fear Alexander will regress after a school year full of academic growth and acheivement. 3. I'm concerned Lane won't learn enough prewriting and prereading skills from me.
So in my panic stricken state, I created a large plastic container full of folders. There are file folders, books, and ten files full of appropriate academic activities for each week. Gabriel also has a computer program assigned to him from the district to help him catch up to his grade level.
For each week, I have scheduled play dates, tours, and field trips. I have forms for book reading programs and need to utilize our local library. Most of the assignments for the kids are fun and ways to learn in a fun yet challenging way.
This morning went well. They started by building with blocks, their choice of activity. Then we wrote in journals - Lane added "A" stickers to her Aa page. The boys worked on a sequencing page and sight words. They worked on the computer and read me a couple short stories. It went well but getting them motivated to start was difficult. Lane was excited and couldn't wait to "work" but Alex was hesitant and Gabriel had no interest. Hopefully as I continue to keep them in a routine, the motivation will get easier and they will all have a better attitude.
It's now 1 pm and things are calm. What more could a mom ask for on the first day of our summer educcation program?! I'm realistic though and understand that this will change in an instant.
The above photo is something I printed out for the kids summer folders. When they are proud of something they make, they place it in their folder. The boys put their sequencing page in it and Lane cut three strips of paper for her folder.
This printable can be found here: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Super-Pride-Folder-Covers
They are a free download and could be used for teachers, parente, or even grandparents. Anyone who has a child who is proud of their work.
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